It can’t be denied that with age everyone gets a few wrinkles. Before the advent of modern cosmetic procedures, we had no choice. We had to cope with the aging structure of the face and live with it. However, society does attach a stigma to older looking men and women who are often viewed as…
SKIN CLINIC TIPS TO AVOID SUN-DAMAGED SKIN AND AGE SPOTS Spending time in the sun at the beach or mountain is pleasurable, but FineTouch Dermatology skin clinic warns that the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can be damaging to your skin. You need to be proactive about avoiding sun-damaged skin, even after summer is over. Dr.…
LASER SKIN REJUVENATION FOR WRINKLE TREATMENT, UNEVEN SKIN TONE Fraxel is one of the most popular cosmetic brands for laser skin treatments, both for laser skin rejuvenation and laser resurfacing. The three Fraxel laser systems address an array of skin issues, from mild to severe, with high precision. Since Fraxel laser skin rejuvenation treatments are…
LASER SKIN REJUVENATION OPTIONS WITH SPECTRA AND FRAXEL Laser skin rejuvenation options with Lutronic’s Spectra laser and Fraxel lasers target aging skin, eradicate fine lines and wrinkles, treat sun damage, improve overall skin tone and more. Results from laser skin rejuvenation also improve complexion, reduce most signs of aging and minimize imperfections.Dr. Umar of FineTouch…
With the recent influx of celebrity engagements and tabloids tracking the brides-to-be with a focus on their engagement rings, many women have thought about improving the appearance of their own hands. While manicures obviously help in appearance, hands are just as plagued with age spots, wrinkles and loss of volume as the face. Yet cosmetic…
Use fat for facial rejuvenation through the harvesting of stem cells shows promise. According to a panel of plastic surgeons who presented findings during The Aesthetic Meeting in San Francisco in April, the use of fat to add volume to the face is the best thing to happen to plastic surgery and surgical dermatology since…
LASER SKIN TREATMENT OPTION FOR ASIAN SKIN TONES A low-energy, low-density 1,440 nanometer fractional laser is an effective laser skin treatment for treating photodamage in Asian patients, according to results of a small study. The patients had Fitzpatrick skin types III to V and had visible signs of photodamage. The patients were given four treatments…
The desire to maintain a youthful appearance and improve numerous skin conditions is widespread in Los Angeles. Innovations in skin rejuvenation technologies now allow for arrays of options to address specifics with both surgical and nonsurgical treatments. Dr. Umar at FineTouch Dermatology addresses an array of skin conditions, from mild to severe. This includes acne,…
Unfortunately, not even the best anti-aging lifestyle regimens can prevent aging. In Wrinkle Treatment with Laser Skin Rejuvenation and Nonsurgical Facelift Options: Part 1, we discussed how aging and environmental damage negatively affect the skin with wrinkles, sagging skin, loss of facial volume and definition loss along the jowls. Although a healthy lifestyle can prolong…
How to Reduce Puffy Eyes
Many people wake up with puffy eyes, which can be an interesting discovery upon looking in the mirror first thing in the morning. Once the initial shock of seeing the under eye bulges wears off, one might wonder “What gives you bags under your eyes?” There are several reasons why you might have puffy eyes…
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